Risepoint Executive and Leadership Team

Fernando Bleichmar, the Chief Executive Officer at Risepoint, directs the company's overarching strategy and global operations. Overseeing the integration of technology, marketing, and student support services, Bleichmar ensures alignment with the mission of partnering with not-for-profit universities to grow online programs for working adults. This leadership role involves driving expansion across the United States, United Kingdom, and APAC regions, focusing on workforce-aligned fields like nursing, healthcare, teaching, business, and technology. By optimizing the fee-for-persistence and fee-for-service contract models, Fernando Bleichmar enhances university partnerships and supports student retention. The Chief Executive Officer's vision guides the company's market impact and commitment to accessible higher education.

Chester Boggs, the Chief Financial Officer at Risepoint, manages all financial operations and fiscal strategy. Boggs oversees budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation to support the company's growth and expansion initiatives across international markets, including the United States, United Kingdom, and APAC. This role involves ensuring the financial viability of partnerships with universities, analyzing the performance of fee-for-persistence and fee-for-service models, and driving profitability. Chester Boggs also plays a critical part in evaluating acquisition opportunities, such as the recent integration of Wiley University Services, to strengthen the company's financial position and market reach. The Chief Financial Officer's expertise is crucial for maintaining financial health and supporting strategic investments in educational technology and student support.

Adriana Herde, the Chief People Officer at Risepoint, leads all human capital strategies and organizational development. Herde focuses on cultivating a high-performance culture that supports the company's mission of partnering with universities to deliver online education to working adults. This involves overseeing talent acquisition, employee engagement, and professional development programs across global operations in the United States, United Kingdom, and APAC. Adriana Herde ensures that the workforce is equipped to manage technology, marketing, and student journey support effectively. The Chief People Officer's initiatives are vital for attracting and retaining talent essential for expanding university partner networks and enhancing student retention services. By fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment, Herde drives organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.

Katelynn Dugan, the Chief Communications Officer at Risepoint, directs all internal and external communication strategies. Dugan is responsible for shaping the company's brand narrative, particularly around its rebranding to Risepoint and its acquisition of Wiley University Services, emphasizing its role in growing online programs for working adults. This involves managing public relations, corporate messaging, and stakeholder communications across the United States, United Kingdom, and APAC. Katelynn Dugan ensures consistent messaging regarding the company's partnerships with not-for-profit universities and its commitment to student success through technology and integrated marketing. The Chief Communications Officer's efforts are critical for reinforcing Risepoint's market position and communicating its value proposition to universities, students, and employees.

Maryela Fiscal, the Associate Vice President & Managing Director at Risepoint, spearheads regional growth and university partnerships, particularly within the United States. Fiscal focuses on identifying opportunities to launch and expand online programs for working adults, aligning with the company's mission and strategic objectives. This role involves managing key university relationships, overseeing student journey support, and ensuring the effective implementation of technology and marketing solutions. Maryela Fiscal's leadership drives the success of partner programs in workforce-aligned fields, contributing directly to student enrollment and retention. The Associate Vice President & Managing Director's operational oversight ensures that university partners achieve their growth targets and that students receive comprehensive support throughout their academic journey.

Colleen Evers, the Associate Vice President & Managing Director at Risepoint, drives strategic initiatives and manages key university relationships, with a focus on international markets including the United Kingdom and APAC. Evers is instrumental in expanding Risepoint's global presence and ensuring the successful delivery of online programs for working adults. This involves overseeing integrated marketing efforts, student outreach, and retention support, tailored to diverse regional needs. Colleen Evers works closely with university partners to enhance their online offerings in fields such as nursing, healthcare, and business, leveraging technology to improve student outcomes. The Associate Vice President & Managing Director's expertise is crucial for navigating different educational landscapes and achieving sustainable growth for both Risepoint and its university collaborators.